If you're looking to save some money on video games, you have plenty of options, from local stores to huge online retailers, all offering gently used games for all platforms, as well as consoles and handhelds as big discounts. This week we're looking at five of the best spots to grab good deals on used gaming gear,… »9/24/14 7:16pm 9/24/14 7:16pm

You love them and they still work but, let's admit it, your old consoles aren't looking as good as they used to. Like a lot of older electronics, they've become a sickly shade of yellow. But, it turns out that you can fix that with the same stuff used to color hair.»9/24/14 10:00am 9/24/14 10:00am

With the release of every new console, I always have to ask myself: is this the year I return to PC gaming and stop buying consoles? The answer, every time, is a resounding no. Here's why. »11/30/13 12:05pm 11/30/13 12:05pm

The new consoles may be making headlines right now, but I won't be buying one. I haven't bought one since the original Xbox. Why? I already have a gaming machine with better graphics, a better controller, and more flexibility...and it didn't cost much, either. I'm talking, of course, about a PC. »11/29/13 1:50pm 11/29/13 1:50pm

Video game consoles aren't just for gaming. They also make great set-top boxes that stream video and music into our living rooms, and the new Xbox One and PlayStation 4 are no different. Each console brings a little something different to the table, so now that they're both here, let's take a look at how they bring… »11/27/13 1:44pm 11/27/13 1:44pm

Most pieces of technology—like smartphones, TVs, and even computers—are replaced by new models every six or twelve months. Game consoles, on the other hand, are meant to last for at least five years. Which means that every generation is a true milestone of UI, gaming, and industrial design. So what does the latest… »11/26/13 8:07pm 11/26/13 8:07pm

If you've just rediscovered an old console in the back of your closet, or you've gotten into retro gaming and want the genuine experience, you've probably stood in front of your shiny new LCD or plasma TV with a console made in the age of CRTs, wondering what to do. Luckily, it's not too difficult to plug everything… »10/28/13 1:57pm 10/28/13 1:57pm